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Re: Is a metal back box required to meet current regulations ?

Subject: Re: Is a metal back box required to meet current regulations ?
From: Kevin Hawkins <lists@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx>
Date: Sun, 24 Sep 2006 19:02:11 +0100
References: <4516A588.50205@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx>

I should probably add that the faceplates are all metal with a
manufactured earth terminal so no chance mounting screws could become live.

K

Kevin Hawkins wrote:
>
> Does anyone know if a metal back box is mandatory behind a switch or a
> 2A plug socket say to meet current regulations or can a faceplate be
> attached directly to a wood cutout assuming the feedwire has an earth
> that is connected through to the faceplate ?
>
> K
>
>





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